Health insurance and disability insurance articles

Learn about health insurance (individual or supplemental coverage) and disability insurance from State Farm®.

Health insurance planning articles

How to determine if supplemental health insurance is right for you

Supplemental health insurance helps pay for costs and services that your regular healthcare plan doesn't cover.

Do I have to have health insurance? What happens if I don't?

Not having health insurance can be costly in more ways one. There may be a penalty for not having health insurance among other consequences.

Types of health insurance

When comparing health insurance plans, understanding the differences between health insurance types can help you choose a plan that's best for you.

Disability articles

The impact of disability

The likelihood of disability increases as we age while income decreases and expenses rise.

Odds of long-term disability

Insurance claims studies indicate that the odds of becoming disabled for 90 days or longer are much greater than dying during one's working years.

The individual need for Disability Insurance

Individual Disability Insurance is a viable option instead of employer group disability or Social Security.

Healthy lifestyle tips

Mobile health technology and telemedicine is aiding seniors

Telehealth technologies alert healthcare professionals if a loved one needs assistance.

Types of senior living options

Understanding the common senior housing options will help you and your loved one choose what type of care is right for them.

Heat Related Illnesses - Warning Signs & Tips to Prevent

Spending time outside is nice, but too much sun can put you at risk for developing a heat related illness. Check out these prevention tips and signs to watch for.

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